The Fit MD

Cardiovascular Effects of Pre-Workout Caffeine and Energy Supplements

Gregory M Marcus, MD, MAS, and Jeffrey J. Hsu, MD, PhD, discuss the effect of caffeine and energy supplements on risk for cardiovascular events.

Guideline for Preventing Weight Gain in Women at Midlife

Panel recommends counseling all women aged 40 to 60 years on healthy eating and physical activity to maintain weight or prevent weight gain.

Maintaining Weight Loss After Intensive Lifestyle Intervention and Lower CV Risk in Type 2 Diabetes

Researchers sought to determine if the CV effect of intensive lifestyle intervention varies depending on if patient’s can maintain weight loss after the initial intervention.

Ultra-Processed Foods May Up CKD Risk

Sugar-sweetened beverages are a frequently consumed ultra-processed food group.

Frequent Nut Consumption Linked With Lower CKD Risk

Nutritional therapy is an essential part of CKD management.

Maintenance of Intermittent Fasting for Weight Loss and Metabolic Health Improvements

A team of investigators evaluated the success of a time-restricted eating intervention among individuals at increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Healthy Lifestyle Decreases Risk for Peripheral Artery Disease

A prospective cohort study was conducted to determine the relationship between multiple modifiable lifestyle factors and risk for peripheral artery disease.

Healthy Lifestyle May Attenuate Diabetes-Associated Hypertension Risk

A population-based, cross-sectional study was conducted to evaluate the effect of lifestyle on the risk for hypertension in patients with diabetes.

How Can Women Prevent Weight Gain in Menopause?

Researchers delineate strategies to prevent weight gain and body composition changes among women during perimenopause and menopause.

Low-FODMAP Diet and CBT for IBS: Efficacy Data and Individualizing Treatment

Authors describe efficacy data on the low-FODMAP-diet and CBT for IBS and factors to consider when personalizing treatment.

Exercise Linked to Cardiovascular Benefit in Patients With Anxiety and Depression

Researchers examined the role of exercise in decreasing cardiovascular risk in patients with anxiety and depression.

Fat Mass, Physical Fitness, and Cardiovascular Risk in Children

A cross-sectional study was conducted to examine the relationship between body composition, physical fitness, and cardiovascular risk factors in childhood.

Four Diets Linked to Gout Prevention in Women

Four healthy diets were linked to a reduced risk for new-onset gout in women. Diet selection can be made based on patient preference and comorbidities.

Prunes May Offer Modest Bone Health Benefit in Men

Bone health can sometimes be improved by the use of certain supplements and dietary changes. Researchers studied whether dried plums would have a beneficial effect in men.

FDA Warns of Possible Strangulation With Enteral Feeding Set Tubing

In both cases, the toddlers were found with the tubing wrapped around their necks for a short period of time.

Simple Exercise Interventions for Osteoporosis and Sarcopenia in Older Men

Musculoskeletal strength in older adults as they age can be preserved and improved by exercise, but it is unclear how strenuous the exercise must be in order to be effective.

Experts Weigh In on the Best Diets for 2022

An expert panel assessed 40 diets to come up with the final results, examining the evidence behind each diet’s claims.

Mind–Body Exercise Helps Bone Mineral Density in Lumbar Spine and Femoral Neck

Exercise slows bone loss and increases bone density in people at risk for osteoporosis, but which exercises are most effective are unclear. Investigators sought the answer.

Impact of Physical Activity on Cardiometabolic Risk in Type 2 Diabetes

Exercise helps cardiovascular and other physical and clinical outcomes in type 2 diabetes, but the amount and intensity of the exercise needed to make a difference is debated.

AHA: Updated Dietary Guidelines to Promote Cardiovascular Health

The American Heart Association’s 2021 dietary guidelines recommend following heart-healthy dietary patterns over individual food selection and also provide guidance for improving cardiometabolic health.